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  • Page 1 Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway Gen1 Rack Mounting Guide SpectraLogic.com...
  • Page 2 OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, BOTH OF WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. In no event shall Spectra Logic be liable for any loss of profits, loss of business, loss of use or data, interruption of business, or for indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages of any kind, even if Spectra Logic has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error.
  • Page 3 CONDITIONS. 2. OWNERSHIP It is understood and agreed that Spectra Logic Corporation, a Delaware corporation with offices at 6285 Lookout Road, Boulder, CO 80301 ("Licensor") is the owner of all right, title and interest to the Software Product, regardless of the media or form of the original download, whether by the World Wide Web, disk or otherwise.
  • Page 4 Upon termination of this EULA, you shall cease all use of the Software Product and destroy all copies, full or partial, together with all backup copies, modifications, printed or written materials, and merged portions in any form and remove all component parts of the Software Product. January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 4 -...
  • Page 5 WARRANTY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIMITATION ON APPLICABLE STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION AND LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 5 -...
  • Page 6 If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision, or portion thereof, to be unenforceable, the remainder of this EULA shall continue in full force and effect. January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 6 -...
  • Page 7 The BlackPearl 96-bay expansion node can weigh up to 270 lb (122.5 kg) and must be installed by Spectra Logic Professional Services. The 107-bay expansion node can weigh up to 270 lb (122.5 kg) and must be installed by Spectra Logic Professional Services.
  • Page 8 WARNING WARNUNG Nur eine Komponente erstrecken zu einem Zeitpunkt. Ein Rack kann umkippen, wenn mehr als eine Komponente erweitert, die zu Verletzungen führen können. January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 8 -...
  • Page 9 Phone: 1.303.449.0160 Spectra Logic Sales Website: shop.spectralogic.com United States and Canada Europe Phone: 1.800.833.1132 or 1.303.449.6400 Phone: 44 (0) 870.112.2150 Email: sales@spectralogic.com Email: eurosales@spectralogic.com To Obtain Documentation Spectra Logic Website: support.spectralogic.com/documentations/documentation January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 9 -...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway Prepare the Unpacking Location Unpack the Components Inventorying the Components Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack Before You Begin Separate the Rails Install the Outer Rail Install the Outer Rail Using Adapters...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 - About This Guide

    Versuchen Sie nicht, einen 96-Bay- oder 107-Bay-Erweiterungsknoten Spectra BlackPearl selbst zu installieren. Der BlackPearl-Erweiterungsknoten mit 96 Einschüben kann bis zu 122,5 kg (270 lb) wiegen und muss von Spectra Logic Professional Services installiert werden. Der Erweiterungsknoten mit 107 Einschüben kann bis zu 122,5 kg (270 lb) wiegen und muss von Spectra Logic Professional Services installiert werden.

  • Page 12: Overview

    Spectra BlackPearl Network Setup Tips provide helpful instructions for troubleshooting common connectivity problems. • The Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway Site Preparation Guide provides important information that you should know before installing a BlackPearl gateway in your storage environment. • The Spectra BlackPearl HotPair Installation &...

  • Page 13: Typographical Conventions

    Read text marked by the “Important” icon for information that helps you complete IMPORTANT a procedure or avoid extra steps. Note: Read text marked with “Note” for additional information or suggestions about the current topic. January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 13 -...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 - Preparing For Installation

    Chapter 2 - Preparing for Installation This chapter outlines the requirements for receiving and unpacking BlackPearl components. Make sure that you complete these requirements carefully. Acclimating the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway Preparing the Rack Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway...

  • Page 15: Spectra Blackpearl Nearline Gateway Master Node And 44-Bay Expansion Node

    Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway Master Node and 44-Bay Expansion Node Note: If the system configuration includes a BlackPearl master node with a BlackPearl 96- Bay or 107-Bay expansion node, it must be installed by Spectra Logic Professional Services. See Contacting Spectra Logic on page 9 to arrange installation.

  • Page 16: Unpacking The Spectra Blackpearl Nearline Gateway

    Notes: • Using a two-post rack is not supported. • An enclosed 19-inch, four-post rack is available for purchase from Spectra Logic. The rack has two doors and removable side panels. • In earthquake-prone areas, provide restraints as necessary. See the...

  • Page 17: Prepare The Unpacking Location

    Chapter 2 - Preparing for Installation Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway Prepare the Unpacking Location Move the pallet with the boxes to the location where you plan to install the BlackPearl master node. Make sure you have adequate clearance around and above the shipping boxes so that you can safely unpack them.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2 - Preparing for Installation Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway 2. Use scissors to cut the straps securing the shipping box to the pallet. Take care when cutting the straps securing the shipping box. The straps around the packaging are secured very tightly;...
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 - Preparing for Installation Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway 4. Remove the two foam pieces that protect the front bezel during shipping, and then remove the bezel. Figure 3 Remove the two protective foam pieces and the front bezel.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 - Preparing for Installation Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway 6. Remove the Open Me First accessory box and the rack mount kit. Figure 5 Remove the accessory box and rack mount kit. 7. Remove the inner foam inserts covering the BlackPearl master node.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2 - Preparing for Installation Unpacking the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway 8. Using two people, lift the chassis off of the pallet and place it on a cart or table sturdy enough to support the weight. Lifting hazard. The Spectra BlackPearl 4U master node and 44-bay expansion chassis weigh between 57 lb (25.8 kg) and 138.2 lb (62.7 kg), depending on the...

  • Page 22: Inventorying The Components

    Included in the accessory box. Two power cords are provided with the standard BlackPearl gateway configuration (for either 110 VAC or 220 VAC operation). Serial cable Included in the accessory box. One null modem cable is included with a HotPair configuration. (HotPair only) January 2022 Installation Guide-Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway - 22 -...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3 - Installing The Spectra Blackpearl Nearline Gateway In A Rack

    Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack Install the BlackPearl gateway in a standard 4-post, 19-inch (48.3-cm) rack. The BlackPearl master nodes occupy either 2 units (2U) or 4 units (4U) of rack space, depending on which model was ordered.
  • Page 24 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack • Unpack the rack-mount kit and identify the components listed in the following table. Rack Rail Mounting Item # # Required Components The rack rails ship attached to each other. See Separate the Rails on page 25...

  • Page 25: Separate The Rails

    Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack Separate the Rails If necessary, for each rail, remove the inner rack rail section from the outer rack rail. You will attach the inner rails to the chassis and the outer rails to the rack.
  • Page 26 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 4. Press the self-locking latch toward the closest edge of the inner rail and then fully extract the inner rail from the outer rail. Figure 10 Press the latch toward the closest Figure 9 Self-locking latch.

  • Page 27: Install The Outer Rail

    Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack Install the Outer Rail If you are installing the rack kit in a circular cut-out rack, skip to Install the Outer Rail Using Adapters on page 28. Instructions give the item numbers in parenthesis for parts listed in the table on page 23.

  • Page 28: Install The Outer Rail Using Adapters

    Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 3. Insert the mounting hooks on the open end of the outer rack rail (2) into the cut-outs in the front of the rack and press the outer rail down to lock the mounting hooks to the rack.
  • Page 29 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 2. The adapters (7) used on the front of the outer rail are different from the ones used on the back of the rail. Use adapters labeled “A” for the front of the outer rails, and adapters labeled “B”...
  • Page 30 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 4. Press the adapter in toward the outer rail, which depresses the black plastic tabs on the outer rail, and then slide the adapter to the left to lock it in place.
  • Page 31 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 6. Determine the vertical position of the rack mount kit in the rack. Figure 19 Figure 20 show the relationship of the rack kit position in the rack and the resulting position of the chassis.

  • Page 32: Install The Inner Rails

    Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 7. Position the outer rack rail at the desired height in the rack with the open end facing the front of the rack. Make sure the inner side of the outer rack rail is facing toward the inside of the rack.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 3. Position the inner rack rail over the hooks extending out from the side of the chassis. The rail is keyed to only fit one way. Figure 22 Install the inner rail over all hooks (BlackPearl gateway 4U chassis shown from left rear view).
  • Page 34 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 5. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, secure the rail to the chassis using one screw (3) for the 4U chassis, and two screws for the 2U chassis. Figure 24 Install the inner rail screw on the BlackPearl 4U chassis.

  • Page 35: Slide The Chassis Into The Rack

    Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack Slide the Chassis into the Rack Lifting hazard. The Spectra BlackPearl 4U master node and 44-bay expansion chassis weigh between 57 lb (25.8 kg) and 138.2 lb (62.7 kg), depending on the number of drives installed.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 2. If necessary, remove the front bezel of the BlackPearl gateway. The bezel is held in place with magnets. Grasp the sides of the bezel and pull it straight off the chassis.
  • Page 37 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 5. While supporting the front of the chassis with one hand or a lift, press the self-locking latches on both the left and right inner rails downward. Push the chassis the rest of the way into the rack until the mounting brackets on the front of the chassis are flush with the front posts of the rack.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 - Installing the Spectra BlackPearl Nearline Gateway in a Rack 6. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install one chassis screw (6) into the hole in the mounting bracket on each side of the chassis to secure the chassis to the rack. Do not over-tighten the screw.

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